Routes, routes and more routes. Cyclists spend many hours looking for the best routes to complete on a bicycle. We also spend a lot of time looking at the best accommodations in which to prepare our stages. A safe bet in Spain is Girona, a province full of paths and hotels where you can enjoy cycle tourism. The Hotel Santa Marta, near the Costa Brava, is a clear example of pleasure, relaxation and sport united.
Hotel Santa Marta, in the heart of the Costa Brava
You close your eyes. You listen to the waves of the sea that slowly collide with the coast. It smells like salt and the sea breeze caresses you. In few places would you be more comfortable. This, first of all, is what the Hotel Santa Marta offers, which almost exclusively has one of the best coves in the entire Mediterranean.
As if that were not enough, it also has its dose of earthy nature. A forest of more than six hectares surrounds the hotel complex to provide even more peace, tranquility and relaxation. A perfect environment to prepare the stages cyclists or to breathe fresh air, so necessary in these times. The province of Girona offers a multitude of routes, but few so close to a place as magical as the surroundings of the Hotel Santa Marta.
The best amenities at the Hotel Santa Marta
Before choosing the routes and spending many hours on the bike, it is important to settle into the accommodation. The basic objective of Santa Marta is clear: May the days you spend staying there be unforgettable. For this reason, its list of services and amenities is almost inexhaustible, as is the offer of things to do.
Everything you imagine at your disposal
58 rooms with lots of clear light and most with sea views. Another 18, in a separate building, which blends in with the Mediterranean forest thanks to its brown and green colors. And, finally, a four-bedroom villa with a large garden with a porch. All of this surrounded by the sea, which culminates in an ideal environment to spend a few quiet days enjoying the landscape and climate.
But not only the accommodation is of enormous quality. The Hotel Santa Marta expands with unsurpassed services on the beachfront. Tennis courts, swimming pool, jacuzzi, spa or sauna are some of the leisure options that you can enjoy if you finally stay in this place. Whatever it is, you will have a great time.
Your Bikefriendly hotel on the Costa Brava
Now that you know everything you have at your disposal in the Santa Marta, it's time to know what you are going to find for your pedal companion. This hotel complex is committed to cycle tourism and offers everything you need for your bicycle.
Among the storage options, the possibility of bringing the bike into the room and, also, of storing it in a completely safe area stands out. For breakdowns and tune-ups, a workshop with tools and an inflation pump. And, after the stages, a couple of washing areas and the possibility of charging the bike, if you are one of those who have switched to electric ones.
The Hotel Santa Marta also cares about ensuring that you have the best cycling day possible. You can rent a bike there, if you want to get to Girona with little weight in the car. You will find all the information about routes (both by city and by area) as well as updated weather. As extraordinary services, it has a picnic to eat in the stages, the possibility of having breakfast before starting your cycling trip or late check-out, so you can finish your moments in the saddle until the end.
The best cycling routes near the Hotel Santa Marta
An area as beautiful as Empordá, where the hotel is located, is the perfect place to do sports in communion with nature. If you stay at the Santa Marta, go with your bicycle: you have a multitude of routes to get lost on and discover a wonderful place. Here we present them to you!
Puig de Cadiretes
42.5 kilometers and almost 1000 meters of elevation gain are the technical characteristics of the first route that begins at the Hotel Santa Marta. It is a circular route with several sections without difficulty and that encourages the cyclist to ride fast. From the beginning you will be on the rise, although some parts of the route will allow you to rest. Very popular among athletes in the area, the route culminates in Puig de les Cadiretes, at more than 500 meters above sea level, which will give you spectacular views.
Montbarbat – Vidreres
The most spectacular option of all the routes offered by the Hotel Santa Marta. A cycling stage that is dedicated to die-hard mountain bike lovers. Ascents, descents at high speed and a lot of fun during 43 kilometers with more than 960 meters of accumulated elevation gain. A technical and entertaining route with many surprises of medieval origin and beautiful views of nature.
Montbarbat
A shorter route with few hills that make it very affordable. The 20 kilometers through Montbarbat, with only 500 meters of accumulated elevation gain, are great for cyclists moving from the beginner to amateur category. Circular route, along well-marked tracks and with the terrain in good condition, for all those who want to run a little more. Finishing in the Iberian town will give you beautiful panoramic views.
Hermitage of joys
The Hotel Santa Marta routes also think about the little ones and those fans who are just starting to ride a bicycle. A route of 8 kilometers and only 80 meters of accumulated elevation gain that has no technical difficulties and ideal conditions. A perfect cycling stage to get started in the world of mountain biking.
A wonderful hotel in a wonderful setting. A multitude of leisure options and a perfect environment for cycling tourism. When looking for accommodation and areas made for cycling, the Costa Brava has a lot to offer. And, of all its places, the Hotel Santa Marta and its surroundings is an option that you cannot miss.
